SpainCataloniael Prat de LlobregatEl Mas BlauBarcelona–El Prat Airport41°17’49” N 2°4’45” E
December 20, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
Flew out on a very early flight. I love watching the sky (you'll find me in the window seat). Barcelona's container port conveniently aligns with the BCN airport approach.
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaCiutat VellaGran Teatre del Liceu41°22’48” N 2°10’23” E
December 20, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C
A stunning example of the Modernismo/Jugendstil/Art Nouveau, They were glad to arrange for a surprise delivery to the room.
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaGothic QuarterPlaca Sant Jaume41°22’58” N 2°10’37” E
December 20, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
We ventured out in search of the city museum; alas, not accessible because they are improving its accessibility. The irony! We found the City Hall, and evidence of the Roman city of Barcino at everyRead more
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaGothic QuarterBarcelona Cathedral41°23’4” N 2°10’34” E
December 20, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Mostly a placeholder, photo snapped as we wandered the Christmas market. Need more time. Doesn't appear accessible so put into the "too hard" category for now
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaGothic QuarterArxiu Historic de la Ciutat de Barcelona41°23’3” N 2°10’33” E
December 20, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
The Casa de l'Ardiaca refers its origins as once being the Archdeacon's house. It was built, and rebuilt, of parts of the ancient Roman wall of Barcino. Excavation has shown that the old RomanRead more
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaGothic QuarterMuseu Frederic Marès41°23’4” N 2°10’36” E
December 20, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
This "hidden gem" of a museum features the collection of the artist (sculptor) Frederic Marès. He collected predominantly... sculptures...from prehistoric through the 20th century, with an emphasisRead more
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaCiutat VellaMarine museum41°22’31” N 2°10’33” E
December 21, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Barcelona is, of course, a city on the sea, founded between two rivers. The MMB explores the linkage between sea and city, naval power, commerce, and development. The MMB is located within the oldRead more
SpainCataloniaSants-Montjuïcla Font de la Guatlla41°22’7” N 2°8’48” E
December 22, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
How do walk around all of Spain in one day? Visit the Poble Espanyol (literally, "Spanish Village". Built for the 1929 Barcelona International Exposition, the Poble consists of 117 full-scaleRead more
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaGothic QuarterPalace of Catalan Music41°23’15” N 2°10’31” E
December 23, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
A gem of the Modernismo, with the cornerstone laid on 23 April 1905, Saint George Day. This building was the creation of the Orfeó Català which was both a choir and an organisation dedicated toRead more
SpainCataloniaBarcelonaBogatell BeachAquarium Barcelona41°22’37” N 2°11’15” E
December 25, 2022 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C
We wandered down to the Parc de la Barceloneta, then out to the accessible walks along the Platja de la Barceloneta, then the Platja de Sant Miquel. Ultimately that led us full-circle back to the OldRead more
